ROSENBERG, TX (11.30.23) – The SEMA Global Media Awards (GMA) Program recognizes those companies that manufacture specialty equipment products and accessories that would have mass appeal to consumers in countries outside the United States. The products are voted on by a prestigious group of international journalists who serve as judges.

The GMA program taps top international media experts to weigh in on which new products are likely to success in their home markets. The global automotive specialty-equipment market is made up of enthusiasts who are passionate about the hobby. This passion can be found not only throughout the United States but also in countless spots around the globe including in Dubai United Arab Emirates, Melbourne Australia, and Stockholm Sweden.

“We are thrilled to receive a Global Media Award! Our priority is our customers when it comes to developing products such as the AR-5 Defender Max Audio Roof. I’m immensely proud of our teams’ relentless efforts in consistently innovating high performance audio solutions.” -Savannah DiPaola, Wet Sounds Marketing Manager

This year’s program included 19 judges from 14 different countries. Each judge carefully reviewed and evaluated over 2,000 product entries at the SEMA Show before selecting the products that they felt would resonate and appeal most to consumers in their home countries.

Wet Sounds continues to push the envelope in the powersports market by creating high-end audio that fits the power-sport enthusiast. These audio systems are designed to withstand the elements, such as rain and dirt, as well as extreme vibrations that can occur while in motion. The AR-5 Defender Max Audio Roof comes one year after the launch of the AR-5 Ranger Crew Audio Roof.

This award was given by Nabil Moustafa for the Mobile Electronics category from United Arab Emirates with the publication Strive Middle East. To read more about the judges involved in this years GMA Program, visit: sema.org.

AR-5 Defender Max
600W 5-Speaker Audio Roof
Ready-to-go system designed to provide audio in a roto-mold construction to Can Am Defender Max 2017+. Included is a 5-speaker system consisting of (4) 8″ coaxial speakers, 12″ sub, (2) LED light bars, RGB lighting, and media controller, all powered by a 600W amplifier. If that’s not enough, add in the optional AR-AMP 2CH, perfect for REV8/ICON8 tower speakers.

Now available for pre-order.

EDMONTON, AB (04.07.2021) – Eleven Engineering, Inc. has announced that its SKAA Wireless Audio technology has been integrated into the new Wet Sounds AL-SR-V2 A-Link Plus wireless sending/receiving kit. The AL-SR-V2 is now available at the SKAA Store with an MSRP of $199.99.

“With a sleek design and vastly improved connectivity and range utilizing SKAA Wireless Audio technology, our new AL-SR-V2 is a must have for sharing audio signals,” said Gabe Sandoval, Program Director of Wet Sounds Product Development. “The new cradle/dock makes for simple mounting, while maximizing wireless range.”

With SKAA and the AL-SR-V2 A-Link Plus, you can now connect up to four units per one sending unit across multiple audio systems.

“With improved range, clarity, and performance thanks to SKAA, you can now share your audio signal up to 500 meters between links,” added Lee Teeples, VP of Wet Sounds Product Development. “We have also integrated a new connection harness including micro USB for charging, with 3.5mm input and output connections.”

Founded in 2005 by a team of highly skilled audio veterans, Wet Sounds is an award-winning, Texas-based marine audio company. Bringing a level of performance, style, and durability unparalleled in the audio industry, Wet Sounds’ marine stereo systems and equipment provide crisp, high-quality audio that’s loud enough to be heard whether you’re fishing a local pond, water skiing on a lake, or tubing on the ocean. Enjoy unparalleled protection from water damage with Wet Sounds’ state-of-the-art equipment.

SKAA is the new wireless HiFi audio standard developed by Eleven Engineering, Inc. SKAA transmitters work with iOS & Android mobile devices, Mac & Windows computers, televisions, and just about any product with a line output or a headphone jack. SKAA is also available as a built-in technology not requiring an external transmitter in purpose-designed partner products, which are featured at SKAA.com. In environments laden with heavy Wi-Fi and Bluetooth traffic, SKAA navigates through these hostile environments with best-in-class reliability. SKAA also allows for uninterrupted audio signals which are delivered with the highest sound quality to all speakers without the latency that is inherent in other wireless solutions.

“SKAA is the ideal wireless technology for Wet Sounds’ new AL-SR-V2 A-Link Plus,” explained Rex Whitehead, Eleven Engineering executive vice president, sales & marketing. “This is probably the best overall SKAA-integrated product on the market today thanks in large part to the combination of Wet Sounds’ and Eleven Engineering’s technologies in one package. Battery operated with great range, we see this being used in applications outside of marine and powersports, such as mobile DJ. We are proud to be a part of such a great product and application.”

With every application covered in the consumer and prosumer world, no other wireless solution comes close to delivering such a high level of coverage as SKAA, especially not WiFi-based audio nor Bluetooth.

“Highly flexible with rock solid reliability, SKAA also has great range and CD-quality sound,” Whitehead continued. “SKAA is ridiculously easy to use… all compatible products are ready to play right out of the box with no pairing required.”

For more information, contact Rex Whitehead at 480-650-3979 or email whitehead@eleveneng.com, and visit www.elevenengineering.com and www.SKAA.com.

HOUSTON, TX (03.29.2021) – Wet Sounds, Inc. has announced Virtual Marketing as key manufacturer rep covering Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Northern Illinois.

Effective March 2021, Wet Sounds proudly named Virtual Marketing Consultants (VMC) as their new sales representatives in the Upper Midwest region.

“Wet Sounds is thrilled to have Virtual Marketing promoting our line of products. The Midwest region features some of the most stunning lakes, rivers, trails, and outdoor adventure sites in our country, all of which are perfect to explore with vehicles featuring Wet Sounds’ speakers, soundbars, amplifiers, and beyond,” stated J.R. Stocks, Wet Sounds CEO.

“Our team couldn’t be any more excited to partner with Wet Sounds. Our multi-channel business model covering Powersports, Outdoor, & 12V dovetails perfectly with the multi-channel business that Wet Sounds has so successfully pioneered,” commented Jon Kluiter, Principal and Founder of VMC.

Visit wetsounds.com and virtualmarketingconsultants.com for more.

LAS VEGAS, NV (03.26.2021) – Wet Sounds has announced the recipients of their 2020 Independent Rep of the Year and 2020 Direct Rep of the Year awards.

Scott Baughman, Principal of Reliable Product Marketing (RPM), has been selected as the Wet Sounds 2020 Independent Rep of the Year. Baughman, who is based in Stockton, California, has shown true commitment to Wet Sounds that has resonated for over 10 years.

“Scott’s attention to detail, product knowledge, and leadership skills have proven to be valuable assets to Wet Sounds and his dealers,” stated Richard Prieto, Wet Sounds Regional Sales Manager.

Baughman persevered through a challenging year to truly excel, especially with the acquisition of the new dealers.

Mike Cullers has been selected as the Wet Sounds 2020 Direct Rep of the Year. Cullers joined Wet Sounds as a Territory Sales Manager in October 2019 and has made an immediate, lasting impact.

“Mike is a leader in sales, while focusing on building and nurturing dealer relationships,” commented Ray Woodall, Wet Sounds National Sales Manager..

Cullers has developed a reputation of quality service and technical knowledge regarding application and installation and he is continuing this momentum into 2021 and beyond.

Wet Sounds continues its strong sales growth into 2021 across the United States and multiple international territories.

“Wet Sounds remains focused and dedicated to deliver a clear, loud, and live audio experience for consumers who want the best solutions in the most demanding environments,” stated J.R. Stocks, Wet Sounds CEO. “The recent launch of our Venue Series to the outdoor home market confirms our mission to extend the Wet Sounds experience beyond the marine and powersports markets.”

Visit wetsounds.com for more.